Dr. Prathama Chaudhuri – Psychiatrist in Kolkata

Dr. Prathama Chaudhuri is a Consultant Psychiatrist associated with Fortis Hospital Anandapur, Kolkata. Her official hospital profile reports 20 years of experience in mental health and behavioural sciences. She is also involved in postgraduate medical teaching and mental health education.

She completed her MBBS with Honours at Calcutta Medical College, followed by MD in Psychiatry from the Central Institute of Psychiatry, Ranchi, and DNB in Psychiatry from the National Board of Examinations. She also completed a WHO Fellowship at the New South Wales Institute of Psychiatry in Sydney.

Dr. Chaudhuri's practice includes the assessment and management of psychiatric disorders across different age groups. Her treatment approach considers the appropriate combination of medication, psychotherapy and social support according to the patient's needs.

Her areas of expertise include child and adolescent mental health, women's mental health, sleep disorders, psychosomatic conditions, addiction treatment, anger management and relationship counselling. She also provides psychiatric assessment for older adults and patients with neuropsychiatric symptoms.

Dr. Chaudhuri has undertaken additional training in mindfulness-based psychotherapy, workplace stress management, psychological first aid, hypnotherapy and relaxation techniques. These areas support her broader interest in mental wellbeing and psychological care.

She contributes to mental health awareness through workshops, teaching and publications. Her official website identifies associations with Fortis and Manipal Hospitals in Kolkata, alongside private consultation clinics.

Psychiatric Disorder Assessment

Psychiatric assessment involves reviewing symptoms, medical history, emotional wellbeing, behaviour and daily functioning. The psychiatrist evaluates possible mental health conditions and contributing medical factors. Treatment may include medication, psychotherapy, lifestyle interventions and appropriate social support.

Depression Management

Depression may cause persistent low mood, reduced interest, fatigue, sleep changes and difficulty functioning. Treatment depends on symptom severity and individual needs. Options may include psychotherapy, antidepressant medication and structured follow-up to monitor progress and safety.

Anxiety Disorder Treatment

Anxiety disorders can involve excessive worry, panic symptoms, avoidance and physical discomfort. Assessment helps distinguish different anxiety conditions and identify contributing factors. Treatment may include evidence-based psychotherapy, medication and techniques for managing stress and symptoms.

Child and Adolescent Psychiatry

Child and adolescent psychiatry evaluates emotional, behavioural and developmental mental health concerns in young people. Assessment considers family circumstances, school functioning and developmental stage. Treatment may involve psychological interventions, family support, school coordination and medication when clinically indicated.

Women's Mental Health Care

Women's mental health care addresses psychological conditions that may arise across different life stages. Assessment may include concerns associated with menstruation, pregnancy, postpartum changes, infertility or other medical circumstances. Treatment is individualised according to symptoms and personal needs.

Marriage and Couple Counselling

Couple counselling provides a structured setting to explore communication difficulties, relationship conflicts and emotional concerns. The process aims to improve understanding and support constructive problem-solving. Treatment approaches depend on the needs and willingness of the individuals involved.

Addiction and De-addiction Treatment

Addiction treatment addresses problematic substance use and selected behavioural addictions. Assessment considers dependence, withdrawal risks, mental health and social factors. Management may involve counselling, medication, relapse prevention and referral for supervised withdrawal treatment when necessary.

Sleep Disorder Management

Sleep disorders can involve difficulty falling asleep, frequent waking or excessive daytime sleepiness. Evaluation includes sleep patterns, medical history, medication use and psychological factors. Treatment depends on the underlying cause and may include behavioural therapy or medical interventions.

Anger Management

Anger management focuses on recognising emotional triggers, improving communication and developing healthier responses to frustration. Psychological interventions may help patients identify patterns and practise coping strategies. Assessment also considers whether an underlying mental health condition contributes to the problem.

Psychosomatic Disorder Assessment

Psychosomatic assessment explores the relationship between physical symptoms, psychological stress and underlying medical conditions. Evaluation may include medical investigations and psychiatric assessment. Management can combine appropriate medical treatment with psychological interventions to address contributing factors.

Geriatric Mental Health

Geriatric mental health care addresses psychiatric and behavioural conditions affecting older adults. Assessment may involve depression, anxiety, cognitive symptoms and behavioural changes associated with neurological illness. Treatment considers medical conditions, medication safety and family support.

Sexual Dysfunction Management

Sexual dysfunction can involve difficulties affecting desire, arousal or sexual satisfaction. Assessment considers physical health, medications, psychological factors and relationship concerns. Treatment may involve medical evaluation, counselling and coordinated care when appropriate.

Neuropsychiatric Disorder Management

Neuropsychiatric care addresses behavioural and emotional symptoms associated with neurological conditions such as dementia, epilepsy or Parkinson's disease. Management may require collaboration between psychiatry and neurology, with treatment tailored to the underlying illness and individual symptoms.